Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky International Airport
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has four runways and over 7,700 acres of land. It is one of the largest airports in the US based on land area. CVG is actually in Northern Kentucky (hence the name), just about 15 minutes South of downtown Cincinnati.
Many assumptions were made about the origin of its airport code, and one theory is that CVG came from the acronym “Cincinnati Very Good." The truth is that the code was coined from the town Covington, the nearest town to the airport when it was built in 1947, and it was confirmed by the airport’s spokesperson.
Being an international airport and a Delta hub, it has a number of different parking options, including a TANK bus that picks up at 5th and Elm downtown and takes you to the airport for $2.00.
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CVG Airport Parking Rates
- Long term parking
- Short term parking
Long term parking
| Lot name | Price |
|---|---|
| Economy Lot On-airport | $9.00 /day |
| ValuPark On-airport | $11.00 /day |
| Terminal Garage On-airport | $18.00 /day |
| Terminal Garage Premium Reserved On-airport | $22.00 /day |
| Valet On-airport | $30.00 /day |
| Xpress Park & Ride 591 Hunter Road Hebron, KY 41048 859-739-7256 | |
| Fast Park & Relax 613 Petersburg Road Hebron, KY 41048 859-689-7806 | |
| ValAir Valet Parking 579 Petersburg Road Hebron, KY 41048 859-689-7891 |
Short term parking
| Lot name | Price |
|---|---|
| Cell Phone Lot On-airport | $0.00 /hour |
On-Site Airport Parking Overview
Key takeaways
- On airport long term parking (ValuPark) is fairly cheap.
- There doesn't seem to be any benefit to hotel parking. The cheapest 3rd party lot is roughly the same price.
- Short term parking is $3 / hour.
- There's a valet option right in front of the terminal
- There's a cell phone lot just before you get to the terminal
- There are no dedicated short term lots. You can park at the terminal garage for $3/hour or curbside valet for $8 for partial days.
CVG Airport parking map
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General airport info
Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky International Airport
3087 Terminal Drive
Hebron, KY 41048
Airport parking options at CVG
On-airport lots
CVG has 4 total options for parking (plus a cell phone lot), ranging in price from $3 per hour for short term parking to $9 - $30 per day for long term parking.
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3rd party lots
There are 3 3rd-party, privately owned lots. They range in price and amenities, with one offering a car detailing option.
Prices are $7 - $17 / day
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Hotels
There are hotel options as well, but with pricing at around $5 per day (not much cheaper than 3rd party lots), I'm not sure why you'd use them.
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Hotel lots
Hotel lots allow you to park at nearby hotels and the hotel shuttle takes you to the airport.
Before using hotel lots, I’d recommend you read more about how these lots work on my guide to airport parking, particularly the section on hotel lots here.
FAQ's
Depending on the lot you choose to park at the airport, the rate of the parking lot range in price from $9 to $30 per day for long term parking.
You can get free parking at Cincinnati Airport when you use the Cell Phone lot. The lot is located on the right side as you approach the terminal. Make sure to not leave the vehicle unattended while parking at this lot. The drive can go to the terminal curbside when the passenger is ready for pick-up.
Generally, the cheapest parking at CVG is CVG Economy Lot. You have to pay $9 for the first hour and $1 for each additional hour with maximum of $8 per each 24-hour period.
Yes, there is a valet service that offers covered curb-to-curb service. The CVG Valet costs $30 per day. See direction here.
Charging stations are available in the Terminal Garage (Level D, Row 30) and in the ValuPark lot (Row 1 on the left as you enter.) The charging stations are available for free for customers who pay to park. Both parking lots offer Level 1 charging units that are capable of fully charging a vehicle in 8 hours. The parking is first-come, first-serve basis.
Yes. Drivers can wait for arriving passengers in the free Cell Phone Lot, located on your right as you approach the Terminal. As your passenger leaves bag claim, make them call you and they can exit the lot to pick them up curbside..
Valet parking lot offers covered parking options. You might have to pay extra, but it will give you peace of mind knowing your vehicle is protected from the elements while you are away.
Motorcycle parking spaces are not available in the parking lot. You also have to note that not all car parks can accommodate oversized vehicles. For parking options for larger types of vehicles, you may contact the staff by calling 859-767-3106 or emailing them.
Unfortunately, there is no way to track the live status of parking availability at Cincinnati N Kentucky International Airport.
Yes. You can book your parking space in advance via their official parking webpage. There are also offsite parking lots you can use and book your space well in advance:
- ValAir Valet Parking
- CVG Xpress Park And Ride
- Fast Park & Relax CVG
Unfortunately, Military ot Veterans Parking Discount is not available at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.
All parking facilities at the airport offer handicapped spaces. The CVG Terminal Garage offers accessible routes equipped with curb ramps. The CVG ValuPark Lot runs a free shuttle bus that is wheelchair accessible.
